How to Handle a Motorcycle Seized by Traffic Police for Not Being Licensed?
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Unlicensed driving mainly falls into two scenarios. Below is a detailed explanation of the consequences and necessary actions for unlicensed driving: 1. With a driver's license: (1) 12 points will be deducted from the C1 driver's license, along with a fine and the temporary suspension of the C1 license. (2) Within 30 working days, you must attend a 7-working-day course at the traffic police team's learning center (with four daily check-ins, at least 4 hours per day). After completing the course, obtain the full-score review certificate, and then reapply for the C1 license's subject one exam. 2. Without a driver's license: (1) 7 days of detention and a fine. (2) After 7 days, go to the traffic police brigade where the vehicle was seized to handle the matter with the relevant personnel. Follow the procedures, and when retrieving the vehicle, a guarantor holding a C2 driver's license must accompany you. Additionally, you need to take the test and license the vehicle as soon as possible.
Last time my motorcycle got impounded by traffic police for no license plate, I was a bit panicked but knew I had to stay calm. First step is to check the impound records at the traffic police station - bring your ID and driver's license (if missing, get replacements ASAP). Then pay the fine, usually ranging from a few hundred to over a thousand RMB depending on the region. After payment you can retrieve the vehicle, but immediately visit the DMV to register it with the purchase invoice and vehicle certification. This process may take several days, so patience is key. I'd also recommend regular insurance checks and maintenance going forward - don't wait for problems to arise, safety comes first. After retrieving my bike, I even took a traffic regulations course to better understand the rules. Most importantly, don't procrastinate - delayed action could lead to vehicle auction, creating much bigger troubles.
